- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Gym Workouts
- Drawing and Painting
- Running
- Fashion
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Pediatrics/ Nursing
- Adventure Travel
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
Karina Santiago
Boston,MA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with experience at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, skilled in clinical documentation and patient care. Proficient in HIPAA compliance and fluent in Spanish, I excel at enhancing patient experiences and ensuring safety. Recognized for effectively managing patient intake and fostering a supportive environment for optimal care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA
10.2023 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Health Careers
Roxbury Community College
Roxbury, MA09-2024
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA05-2029
High School Diploma -
Charlestown High School
Charlestown, MA06-2022
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Vital sign monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Fluent in Spanish
- Patient bathing
- Patient feeding
- Specimen labeling
Interests
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Certificate of Technical Studies - Health Careers
Roxbury Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Bunker Hill Community College
High School Diploma -
Charlestown High School